In this lesson, students will find a real person in their community …
In this lesson, students will find a real person in their community to act as their “end-user.” Students will contact this person by phone or email to set up a time for an interview. Students will interview their end-user and record their responses. If possible, students can even observe their end-user in action! The interview responses will be used to create an empathy map and develop a problem statement for this project.
Estimated time required: 2-3 class periods.
Technology required for this lesson: Code Editor, Electronics Kit, Laptop/Desktop, Robotics Kit, Tablet, Video Editing Software.
In this lesson, students will ideate (brainstorm) ideas for their project, sketch …
In this lesson, students will ideate (brainstorm) ideas for their project, sketch their favorite ideas, and put together a rough budget for their project.
Estimated time required: 1-2 class periods.
Technology required for this lesson: Code Editor, Electronics Kit, Laptop/Desktop, Robotics Kit, Tablet, Video Editing Software.
In this lesson, students will refer to their sketches and as they …
In this lesson, students will refer to their sketches and as they create prototypes for their RVR project. This lesson includes examples and tips for creating a prototype, but this is a great opportunity for students to be creative and dedicate a good amount of time making a RVR prototype that they are proud of.
Estimated time required: 4-5 class periods.
Technology required for this lesson: Code Editor, Electronics Kit, Laptop/Desktop, Robotics Kit, Tablet, Video Editing Software.
In this lesson, students will arrange a time to meet with their …
In this lesson, students will arrange a time to meet with their end-user (in person or virtually) to show them their prototype. The end-user will interact with the prototype, and the student will capture their feedback in the activity worksheet. Finally, students will take the feedback and use it to improve their prototype.
Estimated time required: 2-3 class periods.
Technology required for this lesson: Code Editor, Electronics Kit, Laptop/Desktop, Robotics Kit, Tablet, Video Editing Software.
In this lesson, students will finish their project, create a pitch video …
In this lesson, students will finish their project, create a pitch video for their project, share their project with their peers, give/receive feedback on each other’s projects, export and submit their designs, and answer a series of reflection questions.
Estimated time required: 3-4 class periods.
Technology required for this lesson: Code Editor, Electronics Kit, Laptop/Desktop, Robotics Kit, Tablet, Video Editing Software.
In this lesson, students will learn how to create more advanced robotics …
In this lesson, students will learn how to create more advanced robotics by controlling the Sphero RVR with the micro:bit. Students will learn about sensors in robotics and explore the temperature sensor function of the micro:bit. They will learn how to add the RVR SDK extension to the micro:bit MakeCode programming environment.
Estimated time required: 2-3 class periods.
Technology required for this lesson: Code Editor, Electronics Kit, Laptop/Desktop, Robotics Kit, Tablet.
In this lesson, students will learn how to use the RVR + …
In this lesson, students will learn how to use the RVR + littleBits to build a robotic aquatic creature that moves and makes noise! First, you'll think about real life aquatic animals that the New Horizon might have encountered, then you'll plan, design, build and program a RVR with littleBits sensors and actuators to simulate this animal's sound, movement and behaviors.
Estimated time required: 2-3 class periods.
Technology required for this lesson: Code Editor, Electronics Kit, Laptop/Desktop, Robotics Kit, Tablet.
In “Plastic, Ahoy!” the New Horizon had to navigate the Great Pacific …
In “Plastic, Ahoy!” the New Horizon had to navigate the Great Pacific Garbage Patch in the North Pacific Central Gyre. The gyre is filled with plastic, debris, and lots of sea creatures! In this lesson, students will learn how to use the RVR + littleBits + micro:bit to build a Gyre Navigator Bot that can detect and avoid obstacles!
Estimated time required: 2-3 class periods.
Technology required for this lesson: Code Editor, Electronics Kit, Laptop/Desktop, Robotics Kit, Tablet.
In this lesson, students will build on all the hardware and software …
In this lesson, students will build on all the hardware and software they have used so far and take a deeper look at one specific component known as the servo motor. Students will build and test a Sample Label Bot using RVR, the littleBits servo and a micro:bit that can help the New Horizon researchers by labeling their water samples from the Great Pacific Garbage Patch.
Estimated time required: 2-3 class periods.
Technology required for this lesson: Code Editor, Electronics Kit, Laptop/Desktop, Robotics Kit, Tablet.
In this lesson, students will learn about Afrofuturism through exploring the Afrofuturism: …
In this lesson, students will learn about Afrofuturism through exploring the Afrofuturism: A History of Black Futures collection at the National Museum of African American History and Culture. Students will complete an online scavenger hunt and engage in a discussion about the cultural significance, key ideas and themes, and impact of Afrofuturism. They will also compare and contrast Afrofuturism and Black Futures. As an extension, students might give input on any ideas regarding Kinfolk’s monuments of Sun Ra, P-Funk, and Octavia Butler.
Estimated time required: 1-2 class periods.
Technology required for this lesson: Augmented Reality, Internet Connectivity, Laptop/Desktop, Smartphone, Tablet, Tablet or Smartphone.
Use this free Android tutorial to get started with your device, manage …
Use this free Android tutorial to get started with your device, manage your privacy and settings, add and delete contacts, and keep it running smoothly.
Lessons include: (1) Android: Frequently Asked Questions. Get answers to the most common questions about Android devices.
This course looks at the process of filling out and submitting a …
This course looks at the process of filling out and submitting a job application and includes tips and advice for completing an application. This Intermediate lesson is approximately 14 mins.
Learn how computers can be programmed to beat the greatest human chess …
Learn how computers can be programmed to beat the greatest human chess masters. Computers can use their understanding of the rules of chess to plan many more moves ahead than humans can. But when computers bring that kind of understanding to other situations they lack the intelligence needed to successfully master those tasks.
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